MCCCD Program Description

Architectural CAD IV: Structural Systems

Course: ARC244

First Term: 2018 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 6.0 Period(s) 6.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T

Description: CAD-based(Computer-Aided Drafting) instruction for layout and completion of fully annotated structural drawings. Focuses on working from residential and commercial layouts to develop professional quality roof, roof framing, floor framing and foundation plans. Emphasis on the use of applicable codes, construction materials and methods, and office practices typical to the local area

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate job entry level CAD skills and technical knowledge required to layout, complete and plot residential and a commercial roof plans working from a given sketch.(I-II) 2. Demonstrate job entry level CAD skills and technical knowledge required to layout, complete, and plot residential and commercial roof framing plans working from a given sketch.(I,III) 3. Demonstrate job entry level CAD skills and technical knowledge to layout, complete, and plot residential and commercial floor framing plans working from a given sketch.(I,IV) 4. Demonstrate job entry level skills and technical knowledge to layout, complete and plot residential and commercial foundation plans working from a given sketch.(I,V) 5. Demonstrate attitudes, work habits, and commitment to quality expected of a professional in working situations.(VI) 6. Demonstrate proficiency in quick working sketch techniques required for effective communication in the workplace.(VII) 7. Explain the importance and role of accurate visual communication in the workplace.(VII) 8. Demonstrate professional quality Architectural hand lettering style.(VIII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. CAD Commands A. Standard 2D drawing commands B. Layering, formatting, file management C. Hatching, dimensioning, text D. Attributes, blocks, insert, X-Reference, paper space, editing E. Plotting II. Roof Plans: CAD Layout From a Sketch A. Set-up, work strategies, deadlines B. Theory, terminology, symbols and keys C. Typical roof systems D. Relationship to plan, elevations, and section/s E. Dimensions, notes and schedules F. Plot, redline, correct III. Roof Framing Plans: CAD Layout From a Sketch A. Set-up, work strategies, deadlines B. Theory, terminology, symbols, and keys C. Relationship to roof and floor plans, elevations and section/s D. Conventional and wood truss systems E. Steel and bar-joist systems F. Precast concrete systems G. Dimensions, notes and schedules H. Plot, redline, correct IV. Floor Framing Plans: CAD Layout From a Given Sketch A. Set-up, work strategies, deadlines B. Theory, terminology, symbols, and keys C. Relationship to floor and roof framing plans, elevations and section/s D. Conventional and wood truss systems E. Steel and bar-joist systems F. Precast concrete systems G. Dimensions, notes and schedules H. Plot, redline, correct V. Foundation Plans: CAD Layout From a Given Sketch A. Set-up, work strategies, deadlines B. Theory, terminology, symbols, and keys C. Relationship to floor, floor framing, and roof framing plans, elevations and sections/s D. Continuous and pad concrete systems E. Entries, steps, slabs on grade F. Dimensions, notes, schedules G. Plot, red line, correct VI. Professional Attitudes A. Attention to detail and quality B. Reliability, promptness C. Scheduling work time, meeting deadlines D. Demeanor E. Working and communicating with others VII. Sketching for Workplace Communication A. Importance and role of accurate visual communication B. Line work, symbols and conventions C. Assignments in support of CAD work V. Hand Lettering A. Architectural style B. Importance in the CAD-era work place C. Preparation of memos and transmittals

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 2/28/2006

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